Puzzles Like You
by Mojave 3
  • Record Label: 4AD
  • Release Date: Jun 6, 2006
Metascore
69

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 15
  3. Negative: 1 out of 15
  1. Uncut
    60
    Too lo-fi for its own good. [Jul 2006, p.102]
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  2. The Guardian
    60
    The brisker numbers rub shoulders with Belle & Sebastian; the janglier ones Teenage Fanclub.
  3. Under The Radar
    60
    There’s a wealth of experimenting going on in the studio with Puzzles Like You, and it creates a timeless A.M. radio sound. [#14]
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  5. Spin
    60
    Bear[s] the mark of Big Star. [Jul 2006, p.85]
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  6. Urb
    50
    Eschews gauzy isolation to embrace the heartfelt immediacy of chiming, breezy pop in a Big Star way. [Jun 2006, p.119]
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User Score
8.5

Universal acclaim- based on 15 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 15
  3. Negative: 1 out of 15
  1. ryans
    Dec 7, 2006
    9
    i don't understand the reviews. normally i agree with the bulk of reviews but it seems critics missed the boat on this album. stop i don't understand the reviews. normally i agree with the bulk of reviews but it seems critics missed the boat on this album. stop harboring the its not slowdive angst and enjoy the barage of gorgeous 60's pop.… Full Review »
  2. JonL
    Sep 13, 2006
    9
    Absolutely incredible. Their best album yet by far.
  3. petef
    Aug 5, 2006
    10
    I listened this album today at the bus on the way to the beach and I found myself crying of joy
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